Sulfur Coated Urea Market Growth Accelerated by Extended Release Properties
Sulfur coated urea (SCU) is a fertilizer developed to slowly release nitrogen in the soil over an extended time period. Compared to conventional urea, SCU has a sulphur coating that delays the hydrolysis of urea into ammonium and carbon dioxide, allowing for a more efficient uptake by plants. The global sulfur coated urea market is estimated to be valued at US$ 1,453 Mn in 2023 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 3.3% over the forecast period 2023 to 2030, as highlighted in a new report published by Coherent Market Insights. Market key trends: The growing adoption of controlled and slow release fertilizers is expected to drive the growth of the sulfur coated urea market over the forecast period. SCU releases nutrients gradually in the soil as the sulfur coating decomposes and allows water and air to penetrate. This extended release property matches the nutrient demand of plants and reduces the leaching or volatilization of nitrogen. The even release of nitrogen and other nutrie...